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A king and attendant
Production: Unknown
Slip-decorated earthenware with lead-glaze; trailed ‘GEORGE TAYLOR’ on the rim
Dr J. W. L. Glaisher Bequest
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1928) by Glaisher, J. W. L., Dr
Circa 1661 - 1685
The scene probably represents the coronation of Charles II in 1661, but if the dish is as late as 1685, it may represent Henry Sidney steadying the crown when it nearly fell off James II’s head during his coronation.
Accession number: C.217-1928
Primary reference Number: 73172
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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